Drinking plenty

You lose a lot of fluid if you have diarrhea so it is important to replace this to prevent dehydration.  Drink as often as you can, even if it is just small sips.  And avoid alcoholic drinks, as they make you lose fluid, rather than replacing it.

The best types of fluids to drink include

• Water 

• Herbal teas  

• Clear soups  

• Non fizzy drinks  

• Electrolyte replacement drinks such as Dioralyte  

• Soy milk

 

Managing your diet

Drinking plenty

Looking after the skin around your anus

Being prepared when you go out

Resting